1997 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 575 kg more than 1997 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 318. (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW 318 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
