2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 185 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.
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, 2005 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Doblo | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
