2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 22 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.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2001 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Golf |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |