2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Kia Rio.
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, 2006 Kia Rio (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Doblo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
