2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 141 kg more than 2008 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
