2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 108 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
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, 2012 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Doblo | Forte |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |