2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 2 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 213 kg more 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |