2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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, 2011 Ford Transit Connect (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Doblo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Doblo. 2011 Ford Transit Connect 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 Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Transit Connect | 2012 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Transit Connect | Doblo |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2911 mm | 2570 mm |
