2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 170 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Explorer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |