2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta and 2005 Hyundai Sonata were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (170 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 342 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.
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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (245 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
