2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 3 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fiorino | B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.4 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2699 mm |
