2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 146 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Doblo | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
