2003 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 879 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Fiesta. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Fiesta. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Pilot |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |