2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 1994 Volvo 440
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 Volvo 440.
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, 1994 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 1994 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Fiesta | 440 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
