2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 702 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.

Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2011 Infiniti FX 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Doblo 2011 Infiniti FX
Make Fiat Infiniti
Model Doblo FX
Year Released 2008 2011
Body Type Panel Van Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 2062 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1928 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1679 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L


 

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