2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Doblo | Retona |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |