2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 590 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Doblo | Sedona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
