2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Legacy | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
