2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Doblo and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 53 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 2009 BMW Z4 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. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Fiat | BMW |
| Model | Doblo | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
