2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 346 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.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |