2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2002 Fiat Doblo
To start off, both 2002 Citroen Saxo and 2002 Fiat Doblo were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Doblo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 473 kg more than 2002 Citroen Saxo. 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, 2002 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Saxo | 2002 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Saxo | Doblo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 953 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |