2004 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 344 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Ford Escape (265 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escape | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
