2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fiesta and 2009 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 168 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1134 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |