2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Galloper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Galloper would be higher. At 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Galloper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1999 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Fiesta | Galloper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
