2009 Alpina B7 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 3 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2009 Alpina B7 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. 2009 Alpina B7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alpina B7 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Alpina | Fiat |
Model | B7 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 2800 cc |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |