2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 6 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Scenic (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Scenic weights approximately 170 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.
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, 2007 Renault Scenic (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Doblo | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
