2000 BMW 520 vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2000 BMW 520 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | BMW | Fiat |
| Model | 520 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2755 mm |
