2008 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Civic | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |