2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 386 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, 2012 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Venza |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
