2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 193 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 2004 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
