2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Ducato and 2009 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (1,000 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ducato | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5980 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
