2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Jeep Liberty

To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty 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, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Fiat Doblo 2002 Jeep Liberty
Make Fiat Jeep
Model Doblo Liberty
Year Released 2008 2002
Body Type Panel Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1240 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 64 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 320 Nm
Engine Bore Size 70.8 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 91 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 142 km/hour 185 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2660 mm


 

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