2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 552 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Honda Accord (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Accord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
