2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | Strada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
