2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 420 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 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
Model | Doblo | Colorado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |