2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+
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 Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 410 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
| Model | Doblo | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 41 L |
