2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 5 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForFour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
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, 2006 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Fiat | Smart |
Model | Doblo | ForFour |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |