2008 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Ducato. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2007 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 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | X5 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |