2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, both 2002 Fiat Doblo and 2002 Lancia Thesis were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Thesis (185 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 417 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 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 Lancia Thesis (305 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 2002 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Fiat | Lancia |
Model | Doblo | Thesis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |