2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Doblo | Palio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.5:1 | 20.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
