2009 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Fiat Doblo

To start off, 2011 Fiat Doblo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Doblo.

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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Doblo.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2011 Fiat Doblo
Make Ford Fiat
Model Focus Doblo
Year Released 2009 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 78.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 188 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.1 seconds 12.6 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2570 mm


 

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