2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
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, 2002 Opel Astra (127 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Doblo | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
