2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 5 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 2011 Ford Ka are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 355 kg more than 2011 Ford Ka.
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, both vehicles can yield 102 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 35 L |
