2009 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | BMW | Fiat |
Model | 335 | Ducato |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |