2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Doblo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Doblo | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |