2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 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 S2000. 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 S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (208 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Honda S2000 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 S2000 | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | S2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
