2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 388 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Fiesta | Altima |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |