2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf

To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 102 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Golf.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Doblo 2008 Volkswagen Golf
Make Fiat Volkswagen
Model Doblo Golf
Year Released 2009 2008
Body Type Panel Van Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 69 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 69.6 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 145 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.1 seconds 11.4 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1386 kg 1284 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.6 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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