2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Doblo | Forester |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |