2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1255 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia. 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 443 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
