2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 165 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Fiat Doblo (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Doblo | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2512 mm |