Mazda Xedos 9 1993 vs Ford Fiesta 2017
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.5 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mazda Xedos 9) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Ford Fiesta) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 146 HP | 85 HP | |
| Torque: | 180 NM | 215 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds | |
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Mazda Xedos 9 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda Xedos 9 engine produces 61 HP more power than Ford Fiesta, but torque is 35 NM less than Ford Fiesta. Thanks to more power Mazda Xedos 9 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.4 | 3.5 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 9.7 l/100km | 4.5 l/100km | |
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The Ford Fiesta is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mazda Xedos 9 consumes 4.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Fiesta, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mazda Xedos 9 could require 735 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mazda Xedos 9 consumes 5.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Ford Fiesta. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 litres | 42 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 800 km in combined cycle | 1200 km in combined cycle | |
| 1070 km on highway | 1310 km on highway | ||
| 700 km with real consumption | 930 km with real consumption | ||
| Ford Fiesta gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.04 m | |
| Width: | 1.77 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.40 m | 1.48 m | |
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Mazda Xedos 9 is larger, but lower. Mazda Xedos 9 is 78 cm longer than the Ford Fiesta, 4 cm wider, while the height of Mazda Xedos 9 is 8 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 303 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 984 litres | |
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Mazda Xedos 9 has more luggage capacity. Mazda Xedos 9 has 127 litres more trunk space than the Ford Fiesta. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.5 meters | 10.1 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda Xedos 9 is 1.4 metres more than that of the Ford Fiesta, which means Mazda Xedos 9 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`940 | 1`670 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1200 | 9800 | |
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