2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 316 kg more than 2013 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 6 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
