2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Doblo and 2006 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Doblo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
