2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Saturn L.
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, 2001 Fiat Doblo (271 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn L. (199 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Doblo | L |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
