2011 Ford Kuga vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ford Kuga. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ford Kuga would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 497 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford Kuga | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Kuga | 2 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 43 L |
