2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
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 Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Ford Transit Connect.
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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Doblo | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |