2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
