2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2012 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 (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Focus | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2755 mm |
