2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2009 Ford Focus

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Doblo would be higher. Both 2006 Fiat Doblo and 2009 Ford Focus are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Fiat Doblo 2009 Ford Focus
Make Fiat Ford
Model Doblo Focus
Year Released 2006 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1596 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 102 HP 113 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4150 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80.5 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 168 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.6 seconds 11.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1150 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 55 L


 

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