2011 Ford F-150 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2011 Ford F-150 and 2011 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1395 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-150 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | F-150 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2546 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 136 L | 45 L |
