2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
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 Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (144 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 62 kg more than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo 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 Mondeo | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
