2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner weights approximately 172 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Trailrunner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Nissan Trailrunner (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Trailrunner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
