2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 Fiat Doblo (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Doblo | Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2490 mm |