2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford C-MAX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford C-MAX would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford C-MAX (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 34 kg more than 2003 Ford C-MAX.
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, 2003 Ford C-MAX (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2650 mm |
