2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
