2009 BMW 125 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 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 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 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 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 125 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
