2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 61 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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 42 L |