2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Doblo would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Grande Punto and 2001 Fiat Doblo are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Grande Punto | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
