2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2004 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Altima weights approximately 158 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.
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, 2004 Nissan Altima (244 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1378 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
