2008 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2008 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Spark and 2008 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. 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 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Spark | 2008 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Spark | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 795 cc | 1909 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20.6 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
