2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Polo (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Polo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |