2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo

To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Ducato 2004 Fiat Doblo
Make Fiat Fiat
Model Ducato Doblo
Year Released 2008 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2286 cc 1242 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 270 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 19.2:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 14 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4170 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 2160 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2580 mm


 

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