2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Almera weights approximately 118 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 (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fiesta | Almera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
