Ford EcoSport vs. Honda Fit

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Ford EcoSport and Honda Fit contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Ford EcoSport and the Honda Fit.

When comparing the Ford EcoSport's and the Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the Ford EcoSport has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Honda Fit has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Ford EcoSport's and the Honda Fit's specifications and ratings, the Honda Fit is a better car than the Ford EcoSport.

Pricing: A used 2020 Ford EcoSport ranges from $10,995 to $19,487 while a used 2020 Honda Fit is priced between $13,464 to $23,554.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Ford EcoSport loses 48.8 percent of its value and the Honda Fit loses 20.6 percent of its value. This means the Honda Fit retains 28.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Ford EcoSport.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Ford EcoSport’s base engine makes 123 horsepower, and the Honda Fit base engine makes 130 horsepower. The EcoSport is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles. The Fit is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 382 miles.This gives the Honda Fit the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford EcoSport the advantage in maximum range. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Honda Fit has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Ford EcoSport, a crossover/subcompact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front leg room and cargo space. The Ford EcoSport and Honda Fit are comparable in regards to rear head room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Honda Fit has higher safety ratings than the Ford EcoSport, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.