2002 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 5 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 41 L |
