2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 2 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 87 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
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 (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Auris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1295 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
