2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 27 kg more than 2013 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, 2008 Honda Accord (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Accord | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
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 | 269 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1153 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |