2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 265 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 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Doblo | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 227 HP |
Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |