2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 131 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 (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | ix20 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1137 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2615 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
