2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 380 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 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
