2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 2007 GMC Acadia 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. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Doblo | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3030 mm |
