2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Polo |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 184 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 | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |