2008 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda 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. Both 2008 Fiat Panda and 2004 Fiat Doblo are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 315 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Panda | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
