2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
