2012 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, both 2012 Fiat Doblo and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Doblo | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2685 mm |
