2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 2008 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 1 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Sandero (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 34 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 2008 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Dacia | Ford |
| Model | Sandero | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 14.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
