2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 85 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
