2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Durango weights approximately 549 kg more than 2003 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Doblo. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Doblo. 2007 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Durango | 2003 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Durango | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
