2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 86 kg more than 2007 Fiat Doblo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
