2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 237 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, 2009 Honda Accord (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
