2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am weights approximately 127 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 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Doblo | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 454 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |