2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Honda Fit
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 85 kg more than 2004 Honda Fit.
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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Honda Fit | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Fit |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1335 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2460 mm |