2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Fiat | Kia |
Model | Doblo | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1324 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |