2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 406 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.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Kuga |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |