2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 4 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 25 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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Fiesta | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
