2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
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2007 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | Tribute |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1108 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |