2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2008 Toyota RunX 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RunX weights approximately 47 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
