2003 Honda Fit vs. 2011 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 200 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chrysler 200 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chrysler 200 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2011 Chrysler 200 (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Chrysler 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Fit | 2011 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Chrysler |
| Model | Fit | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2766 mm |
