2009 Fiat Strada vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Fiat Strada.
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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Strada | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
