2009 BMW 125 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 1 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 694 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 125 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |