2001 Ford Excursion vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2001 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Doblo. 2001 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2011 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2011 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Excursion | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Excursion | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |
