2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Econetic

To start off, both 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi and 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Econetic were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Econetic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Econetic.

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, 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Econetic. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Econetic.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi 2010 Ford Fiesta 1.6 TDCi Econetic
Make Ford Ford
Model Fiesta Fiesta
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 204 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 11.9 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 1022 kg 966 kg
Vehicle Length 3960 mm 3960 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.2 L/100km 3.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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