2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser

To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 743 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 2013 Toyota FJ 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, 2013 Toyota FJ 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, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo. 2013 Toyota FJ 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. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Doblo 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
Make Fiat Toyota
Model Doblo FJ Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2013
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1241 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 367 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 95 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1220 kg 1963 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L


 

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