2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Xedos 9 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 477 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Ford | Xedos |
| Model | Fiesta | 9 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
