2007 Honda Legend 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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 769 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 Legend 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 Legend 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 Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Legend | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Legend | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
