1997 Rover 800 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 800 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Rover 800 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | 800 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2500 mm |