2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
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 Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 92 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Fiesta | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |