2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life 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, 2003 Honda Life 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, 2005 Fiat Doblo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Honda Life | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Doblo | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |