2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, both 2005 Ford Fiesta and 2005 Toyota Vitz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 56 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 Toyota Vitz (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Vitz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1050 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |