2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2002 Ford Fiesta are equipped with a 1,560 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 12 kg more than 2002 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 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Ford | Ford |
Model | Fiesta | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2490 mm |