2007 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 2003 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Kalos.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Kalos (105 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Kalos | 2003 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Kalos | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2580 mm |
