2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Fiorino would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fiorino | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
