1999 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Honda City is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Honda City. 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Honda City | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | City |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 976 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |