2002 Citroen Saxo vs. 2003 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Saxo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Saxo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Doblo (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 415 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, 2003 Fiat Doblo (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Saxo. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Saxo | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1220 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 |
