1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (271 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
