2011 Fiat Ducato vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1890 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Fiat Ducato | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ducato | Viano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |