2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser.
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, both vehicles can yield 145 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2003 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2003 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | Laser |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 81.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2620 mm |
