2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 1412 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Doblo | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 229 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
