2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 12 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Cube |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1292 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
