2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Doblo and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A 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. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Doblo | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |