2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2006 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Spark and 2006 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (66 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2006 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
