2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 335 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2000 Nissan Pickup 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 2000 Nissan Pickup. 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, 2000 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
