2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Honda Insight.
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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |