2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (113 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 960 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Multivan (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Doblo | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
