2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 45 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 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2003 Subaru Legacy 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. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Doblo | Legacy |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |