2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1997 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 1,810 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Venture weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1997 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Venture |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1810 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |