2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2000 Fiat Duna and 2000 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP) has 290 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz E 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 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Duna, 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Duna has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Duna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Fiat Duna | 2000 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Duna | E |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 349 HP |
Torque | 105 Nm | 530 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 91.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |