1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2003 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Sienna (173 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 785 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.
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, 2003 Toyota Sienna (294 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta. 2003 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Sienna |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |