2001 Ford Extreme EX vs. 2009 Honda Fit

To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Extreme EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Extreme EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 249 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX.

Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Ford Extreme EX 2009 Honda Fit
Make Ford Honda
Model Extreme EX Fit
Year Released 2001 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4000 cc 1495 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 117 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 144 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1212 kg 1461 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2510 mm


 

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