2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 303 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (271 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
| Model | Doblo | Passat |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
