2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 8 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 380 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Doblo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
