2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2010 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (271 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2010 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2010 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Doblo | 550 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3066 mm |
