2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 450 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Doblo | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
