2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2006 Ford S-Max
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Doblo and 2006 Ford S-Max were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford S-Max (217 HP) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford S-Max should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford S-Max weights approximately 385 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.
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 Ford S-Max (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford S-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2006 Ford S-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | S-Max |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 141 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
