2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | Doblo | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
