2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Donkervoort D8 and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Donkervoort | Ford |
Model | D8 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 966 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |