2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 265 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
