2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 67 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 43 L |
