2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |