2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 240 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.
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, 2012 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Ford Fiesta | 2012 Volkswagen GTD | |
Make | Ford | Volkswagen |
Model | Fiesta | GTD |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1169 kg | 1409 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |