2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 7 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.
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 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Doblo | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.6 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 | 1415 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
