2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Venturi 400
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi 400 (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi 400 weights approximately 45 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 1998 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Ford | Venturi |
Model | Fiesta | 400 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 291 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |