2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 815 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fiat | Land Rover |
| Model | Doblo | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |
