2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 640 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 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Doblo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |