2006 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 471 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | M3 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |