2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Camry. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Camry weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Camry. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Camry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
