2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 6 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Fit (115 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Fit |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
