2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 720 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 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Doblo 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Doblo Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2001 2003
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1246 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 408 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1940 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2700 mm


 

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