2008 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | X5 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 80 L |
