2005 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 67 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 152 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 45 L |