2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Ford Maverick
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Doblo and 2006 Ford Maverick were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Maverick weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo. 2006 Ford Maverick has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
