2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 869 kg more than 2007 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |