2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 302 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 2000 Toyota Mark II has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Mark II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1510 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
