1994 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 19 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 1286 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.
Because 2013 Ford Flex is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Fiesta. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Flex |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2994 mm |
