2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Octavia. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Skoda Octavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Fiat | Skoda |
| Model | Doblo | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
