2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio.
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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Fiat | Kia |
| Model | Doblo | Rio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
