2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2002 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 1,787 cc, 2000 Ford Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Ford Equator | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | Equator |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1787 cc |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3260 mm |