2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Lupo would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (103 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 314 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2000 Volkswagen Lupo (130 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Volkswagen Lupo | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Lupo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2330 mm |