2011 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Honda Passport
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Passport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Passport would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Passport (190 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Passport should accelerate faster 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, 2002 Honda Passport (256 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Passport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta. 2002 Honda Passport has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Passport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Passport |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2710 mm |
