2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Volkswagen Pickup
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Pickup 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 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 21 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 465 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. 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 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (132 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Volkswagen Pickup | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Doblo | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
