2008 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2008 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 318 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
