2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (162 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 600 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 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Doblo 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Doblo Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2002
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 162 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2370 mm


 

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