2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Ducato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Ducato | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 244 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2060 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4040 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
