2000 Honda City vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 229 kg more than 2000 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda City | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | City | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2489 mm |