2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2000 Ford Escape
To start off, 2004 Fiat Doblo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escape would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Escape weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escape 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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Escape. (169 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Doblo | 2000 Ford Escape | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | Escape |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |