2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 50 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
