2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Fiesta (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Mazda Demio. 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, 2005 Ford Fiesta (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Demio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2400 mm |
