2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 347 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.
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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |