2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Tata Safari
To start off, 2011 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Safari weights approximately 525 kg more than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2011 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Tata Safari | |
Make | Fiat | Tata |
Model | Doblo | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |