2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.

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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Doblo 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Fiat Pontiac
Model Doblo Grand Prix
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 3786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 380 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 96.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1347 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 10.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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