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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Doblo. (104 HP @ 4000 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 156 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 Fiat Doblo (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Doblo 2005 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Doblo Focus
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1901 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1398 kg 1242 kg
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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