2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 2009 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Nitro and 2009 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Nitro 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 Nitro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Nitro (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Dodge Nitro | 2009 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Nitro | Doblo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |