2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 148 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, 2009 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
| Model | Doblo | i40 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1386 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
