2007 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 541 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda CR-V | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | CR-V | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
