1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan is newer by 5 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1476 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Titan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 922 kg | 2398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 106 L |
