2006 Ford Escape vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Escape. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Escape would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
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 Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2011 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Escape | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2755 mm |
