2005 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Ford Focus

To start off, both 2005 Fiat Doblo and 2005 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 2 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.

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, 2005 Ford Focus (180 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (118 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Doblo 2005 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Doblo Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Panel Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1896 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 136 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 6150 RPM
Torque 118 Nm 180 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 22.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1298 kg
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 53 L


 

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