2003 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2011 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 330 | 2011 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 330 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
