2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Honda NSX
To start off, 2007 Honda NSX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda NSX weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | NSX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
