2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 80 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 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 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, 1998 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fiat | Toyota |
Model | Doblo | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |