2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Doblo and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Doblo | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |