2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Saturn SL
To start off, 2003 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Saturn SL (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 165 kg more than 1999 Saturn SL.
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, 1999 Saturn SL (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Doblo | 1999 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Saturn |
| Model | Doblo | SL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
