2007 Fiat Doblo vs. 2012 Ford Ka
To start off, 2012 Ford Ka is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Doblo would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Doblo (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 498 kg more than 2012 Ford Ka. 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 (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Doblo | 2012 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Ka |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.1 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1385 kg | 887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
