2006 Ford GT vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta

To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 457 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford GT 2007 Ford Fiesta
Make Ford Ford
Model GT Fiesta
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1560 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 550 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3900 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 204 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 1500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1127 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 3920 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1470 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 4.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 45 L


 

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