2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2011 Dacia Sandero is newer by 4 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Dacia Sandero | |
Make | Ford | Dacia |
Model | Fiesta | Sandero |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1111 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |