2003 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 360 kg more than 2003 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Doblo | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |