2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1830 kg more than 2008 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Fiat Doblo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 5405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 3215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 167 L |
