2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
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 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Duster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 11.5 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 | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
