2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2013 Volvo S60

To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 12 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 393 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.

Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Fiat Doblo 2013 Volvo S60
Make Fiat Volvo
Model Doblo S60
Year Released 2001 2013
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1246 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1613 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4628 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2097 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1484 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2776 mm


 

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