2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Saturn SC
To start off, 2001 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn SC would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn SC (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn SC should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 150 kg more than 2000 Saturn SC.
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, 2000 Saturn SC (154 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2000 Saturn SC has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Doblo | SC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
