2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2008 Seat Exeo 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 1,781 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Exeo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Exeo weights approximately 180 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, 2008 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Fiat | Seat |
Model | Doblo | Exeo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2642 mm |