2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Armada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Armada would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1212 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 106 L |
