2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Hyundai Tipper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tipper weights approximately 152 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tipper 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 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Tipper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Hyundai Tipper | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | Tipper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2607 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
