2008 Fiat Doblo vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Doblo. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Doblo | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fiat | Ford |
Model | Doblo | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.9 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |