2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 235 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Doblo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
