2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2005 Fiat Doblo and 2005 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 14.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |