1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 414 kg more than 1994 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
| Model | Fiesta | GTI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 963 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
