2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1995 Saturn SL
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saturn SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saturn SL would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Saturn SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Saturn SL (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Saturn SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 22 kg more than 1995 Saturn SL.
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, 1995 Saturn SL (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Saturn SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1995 Saturn SL | |
| Make | Ford | Saturn |
| Model | Fiesta | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
