2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 89 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX.
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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | CRX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
