2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4050 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
