2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2006 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Bluebird (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
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 Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Bluebird. 2006 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2006 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Fiorino | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
