2008 BMW 118 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 118 (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 BMW 118.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 300 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 118 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
