2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 423 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2006 Fiat Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
| 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 | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
