2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Doblo and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Doblo | ML |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |