2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
