2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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, 2007 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Fiesta | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
