2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Baleno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Baleno would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 305 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 2003 Suzuki Baleno (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Doblo | Baleno |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
