2005 Honda Z vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 62 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Z | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Z | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
