2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2007 Mazda 6
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Fiesta | 2007 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |