2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 6 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito weights approximately 736 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Doblo | Vito |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2151 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
