2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 20 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Fiat | Renault |
Model | Doblo | Duster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2673 mm |