2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2001 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 7 kg more than 2001 Honda HR-V.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (205 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2001 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |
