2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Doblo and 2006 Nissan Micra 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 38 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 311 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra. 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, 2006 Nissan Micra (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Micra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
