2002 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 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 48 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2002 BMW 318 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 2002 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ducato, 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, 2011 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |
