2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2003 Mazda Tribute 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 489 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Doblo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
