2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2004 Toyota Solara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Solara (162 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Solara weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Solara |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 162 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |