2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 217 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Picanto |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
