2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2009 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-8 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
