2010 Mazda 2 vs. 2012 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 196 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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, 2012 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 2 | 2012 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 2 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1347 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
