2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2000 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |