2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda S2000 (240 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda S2000 weights approximately 218 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 2005 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 2005 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2005 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | S2000 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |