2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Ford Fiesta and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2008 Ford Fiesta (205 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Fiesta | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Fiesta | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 153 HP |
Torque | 205 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |