Volkswagen GTI vs Ford Fiesta Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2012 catalog dimensions. Volkswagen GTI · Ford Fiesta
- Length165.8 in
- Height57.8 in
- Wheelbase101.5 in
- Curb weight3,034 lb – 3,113 lb
- Width70.0 in
- Ford Fiesta width67.8 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Volkswagen GTI is 1.0 in shorter (165.8 in vs 166.8 in)
- Width: Ford Fiesta is 2.2 in narrower (70.0 in vs 67.8 in)
- Height: Ford Fiesta is 0.2 in taller (57.8 in vs 58.0 in)
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen GTI has a 3.5 in longer wheelbase (101.5 in vs 98.0 in)
- Curb weight: Volkswagen GTI is 516 lb heavier (3,074 lb vs 2,558 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Volkswagen GTI is 516 lb heavier (3,074 lb vs 2,558 lb)
- Wheelbase: Volkswagen GTI has a 3.5 in longer wheelbase (101.5 in vs 98.0 in)
- Width: Ford Fiesta is 2.2 in narrower (70.0 in vs 67.8 in)
- Length: Volkswagen GTI is 1.0 in shorter (165.8 in vs 166.8 in)
- Height: Ford Fiesta is 0.2 in taller (57.8 in vs 58.0 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageVolkswagen GTI — Volkswagen GTI is shorter by 1.0 in Check garage fit for Volkswagen GTI · garage fit for Ford Fiesta
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Fiesta — Ford Fiesta is narrower by 2.2 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Fiesta — Based on length × width (Ford Fiesta)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Volkswagen GTI | Ford Fiesta | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 165.8 in | 166.8 in | 1.0 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 67.8 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 58.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 98.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.0 in | — |
| Curb weight | 3,074 lb | 2,558 lb | 516 lb |
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