2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 258 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1127 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |
