2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2008 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 175 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2008 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2570 mm |
