2003 Caterham 7 vs. 2004 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Caterham 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Caterham 7 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 790 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
Because 2003 Caterham 7 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 2003 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 2004 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Caterham | Fiat |
| Model | 7 | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
