2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Renault Sandero
To start off, 2010 Renault Sandero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Sandero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Renault Sandero. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Sandero weights approximately 145 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Renault Sandero | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Sandero |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
