2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Citroen C4
To start off, 2012 Citroen C4 is newer by 11 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C4 weights approximately 135 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, 2012 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2012 Citroen C4 has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Citroen C4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Doblo | C4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
