2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
