2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo.

Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Doblo 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model Doblo Vito
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Panel Van Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 2148 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 140 km/hour 176 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 11.2 L/100km


 

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