2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Lada Niva
To start off, 2007 Lada Niva is newer by 5 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Doblo (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2007 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Fiat | Lada |
| Model | Doblo | Niva |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
