2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 GMC Savana

To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 938 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 2007 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Fiat Doblo 2007 GMC Savana
Make Fiat GMC
Model Doblo Savana
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Panel Van Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 5325 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 2353 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 5700 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 2080 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 3440 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 117 L


 

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