2001 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X5 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (226 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW X5 (290 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2001 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3210 mm |
