2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2011 Renault Trafic is newer by 6 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Trafic.
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, 2011 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
