2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dacia Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Dacia |
Model | Doblo | Duster |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |