1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Fiesta | 9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
