2006 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2006 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Rover | Fiat |
| Model | 45 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2755 mm |
