2009 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (95 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 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 Civic (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Fiesta. (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Civic | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
