2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (95 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 440 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Kuga | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Kuga | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
