2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1000 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 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo. 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2004 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Doblo 2004 Toyota Sequoia
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Doblo Sequoia
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 239 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 427 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 2300 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 60 L


 

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