2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-350 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-350 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 F-350 (495 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3610 mm |
