2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 29 kg more than 2006 Rover 25.
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 Ford Fiesta (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Fiesta | 25 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |