2003 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 2006 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Sirion would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Sirion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 443 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Sirion | 2006 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fiat |
| Model | Sirion | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
