2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Ford EX
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Ford EX | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | EX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 567 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |