2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Dodge Charger

To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 10 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 760 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.

Because 2012 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (637 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 2012 Dodge Charger 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. 2012 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Fiat Doblo 2012 Dodge Charger
Make Fiat Dodge
Model Doblo Charger
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1248 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 64 HP 470 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 637 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1980 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 5088 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1885 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3053 mm


 

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