2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Doblo and 2005 Skoda Fabia were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. 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 Fiat Doblo (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Doblo | Fabia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
