2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Ford Fiesta and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 12 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Fiesta | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
