1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 6 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1292 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Fiesta. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 99 L |
