1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1187 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Fiesta | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Pilot |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2774 mm |