2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 190 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | Scirocco |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1404 mm |