2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Doblo | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
