2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |