2009 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 320 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |