2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 908 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 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia 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, 2013 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2013 GMC Acadia 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. 2013 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | Doblo | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 83 L |
