2006 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 525 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |