2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 322 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Previa |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
