2001 Acura EL vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 158 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Acura | Ford |
| Model | EL | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
