2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 373 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Doblo | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1673 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4676 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
