2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 247 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |