2003 Ford Lynx vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Ford Lynx. 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, 2003 Ford Lynx (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Lynx has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Lynx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Lynx | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Lynx | Fit |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2460 mm |
