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 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Ducato. (109 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. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 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 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 | 4797 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
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 | 2200 kg | 2020 kg |
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 |