2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 35 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 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Doblo 2006 Volkswagen Golf
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Doblo Golf
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type Panel Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 19.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 168 km/hour 183 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.6 seconds 11.9 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 1395 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1590 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 5.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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