2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 412 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo. 2009 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Charger | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2580 mm |
