2013 Ford Fiesta vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, both 2013 Ford Fiesta and 2013 Ford Flex were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 856 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 2013 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Ford Fiesta | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Ford | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta | Flex |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01:00 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4409 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1976 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.9 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
