2002 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 BMW 330 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2009 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
