2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 330 kg more than 2004 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, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Doblo | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2700 mm |
