2001 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Legend weights approximately 704 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, 2001 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Legend | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Legend | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |