2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 3 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 795 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.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Doblo | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
