2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Doblo | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 30 L |
