2009 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (109 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ducato.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ducato. 2009 BMW 135 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 135 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 135 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
