2004 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 73 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2013 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2013 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |