2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 205 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |