2011 Ford F-250 vs. 2012 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Doblo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Doblo.
Because 2011 Ford F-250 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-250. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo. 2011 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Ford F-250 | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
Make | Ford | Fiat |
Model | F-250 | Doblo |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2570 mm |