2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2007 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Matrix weights approximately 260 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Matrix. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Ford | Hyundai |
Model | Fiesta | Matrix |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 18.2 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 | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |