2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
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 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | Premacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |