2009 Renault Espace vs. 2010 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Espace (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Doblo.
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 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Doblo. 2009 Renault Espace has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Espace | 2010 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Renault | Fiat |
| Model | Espace | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
