2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2009 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 455 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
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, 2009 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2009 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | Croma |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
