Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V (3 door)

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 petrol description

Hatchback Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V has been produced from January, 2003 to January, 2005. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 100 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 146 Nm (Newton metres) on 4000 revolutions per minute.

This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system, this is an atmospheric engine (without turbine). The engine meets the Euro 4 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 300 up to 510 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs 
This Ford Fiesta 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 4.1 litres.

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 10.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 185 km/h.

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V fuel consumption is 6.6 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (15.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 9.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.2 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 45 litres or 11.89 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 680 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 860 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Ford real everyday fuel consumption is 7.3 litres per 100 km, which is 11% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Ford Fiesta fuel consumption.

With the same engine there is also Ford Fiesta version with automatic gearbox (Ford Fiesta 2004 1.6 16V AT) available, which is more sluggish, reaching 100 km/h 1.1 seconds later (in 11.7 seconds), moreover, it is less economic with manufacturer's fuel consumption is higher by 0.9 litres per 100 km or 14 % - 7.5 litres per 100 km, whereas users reported real fuel consumption is higher by 1.3 litres per 100 km or 18 % - 8.6 litres per 100 km.
Ford Fiesta 2003

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V technical data

Model: Ford Fiesta 1.6 Duratec 16V
Body style: Hatchback
Production period: 2003. January ... 2005. January 
Engine: 1596 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders CO2 emissions: 157 g/km
Power: 100 HP ON 6000 RPM Torque: 146 NM ON 4000 RPM
Gearbox: Manual gearbox (5 gears) Drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)
Top speed: 185 km/h Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 10.6 seconds
Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.6 (combined) 9.1 (urban) 5.2 (highway)
Real fuel consumption: 7.3 l/100km (32.2 MPG) by user reviews from various sources
Fuel tank capacity: 45 litres (11.9 gallons)
Car dimensions: 3.92m (length) 1.68m (width) 1.46m (height)
Turning diameter: 9.8 meters
Seats: 5 seats
Trunk capacity: 268 litres
Trunk max capacity: 945 litres (with rear seats folded down)
Gross weight: 1525 kg

Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V engine FYJA

Engine reliability:

Overall, this engine can last around 300,000 to 510,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement 1596 cm3
Number of cylinders 4
Bore (cylinder diameter) 79 mm
Stroke length (piston move) 81.4 mm
Compression ratio 11 : 1
Camshaft drive Timing belt

Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher.

Fuel system Injection
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V oil type 5W-30
Oil capacity 4.1 litres (4.3 quarts)
Coolant capacity 5 litres (5.3 quarts)
Power 100 HP ON 6000 RPM
Torque 146 NM ON 4000 RPM
Start of production (year) 2001
Duration of production 11 years

Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 2004 onwards.

Engine also used on Ford C-Max Ford Fusion

Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design.

All Ford Fiesta hatchback [2003 - 2005] modifications

Modification Engine Power Consumption Gearbox
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.25 16V Jan 2003 — Feb 2004

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.2 Petrol 70 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.3 Duratec 8V

Most fuel efficient petrol version

1.3 Petrol 70 HP 6.2 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratec 16V 1.4 Petrol 80 HP 6.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratec 16V

Most fuel efficient petrol version by real consumption

1.4 Petrol 80 HP 6.4 l/100km Automatic (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.4 Diesel 68 HP 4.3 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.4 Duratorq TDCi Mai 2003 — Oct 2005

Most fuel efficient diesel version

1.4 Diesel 68 HP 4.3 l/100km Automatic (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 1.6 Duratec 16V Jan 2003 — Jan 2005 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 6.6 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2004 1.6 16V Jan 2004 — Oct 2005 1.6 Petrol 100 HP 7.5 l/100km Automatic (4)
Ford Fiesta 2005 1.6 16V TDCi Jan 2005 — Oct 2005

Most powerfull diesel version (90 HP)

1.6 Diesel 90 HP 4.5 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2005 2.0 16V ST Jan 2005 — Oct 2005

Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 8.4 seconds

2.0 Petrol 150 HP 7.4 l/100km Manual (5)
Ford Fiesta 2003 reviews
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