2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Doblo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
