2009 Fiat Doblo vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Fiat Doblo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Fiat Doblo would be higher. Both 2009 Fiat Doblo and 2010 Ford C-Max are equipped with a 1,596 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Fiat Doblo. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Doblo | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Doblo | C-Max |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1596 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2648 mm |
