2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
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 Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sienna (295 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2910 mm |
