2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 450 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Doblo | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
