2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
Because 2007 BMW 550 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 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2007 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 550 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 2800 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 657 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |