2002 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 2,981 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 587 kg more than 2002 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Freestyle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Freestyle 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, 2005 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
