2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,390 cc, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 78 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, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Doblo | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1404 mm |
