2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 2009 Honda Accord

To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 27 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Fiat Doblo 2009 Honda Accord
Make Fiat Honda
Model Doblo Accord
Year Released 2003 2009
Body Type Panel Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 103 Nm 344 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1193 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2750 mm


 

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