2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima 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 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
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, 2008 Nissan Altima (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Doblo | Altima |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
