2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1994 Ford Escort
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 Ford Escort.
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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 1994 Ford Escort | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | Escort |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |