2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lada Niva would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Niva (79 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 88 kg more than 2002 Lada Niva.
Because 2002 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Lada Niva | |
Make | Fiat | Lada |
Model | Doblo | Niva |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 136 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |