2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 921 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |