2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Doblo | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
