2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,327 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 235 kg more than 2001 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1997 Volkswagen Passat (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Passat |
Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |