2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi RVR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi RVR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi RVR weights approximately 238 kg more than 2008 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, 2011 Mitsubishi RVR (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi RVR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Mitsubishi RVR | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | RVR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |
