2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 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 3,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (239 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 222 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 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser (377 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
