2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Doblo and 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 14 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.
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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |