2004 Fiat Doblo vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2004 Fiat Doblo (203 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Doblo | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2490 mm |
