Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@6000 274 Nm@2500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6250 366 Nm@4250 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,489 mm | 2,875 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,067 mm | 5,085 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,722 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,244 kg | 1,964 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 47 L | 76 L | -29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,006 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,339 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 991 mm | -46 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,245 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,250 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 792 mm | 1,011 mm | 791 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 899 mm | -899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,445 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,110 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 823 mm | -823 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 422 L | 487 L | -65 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.9 | 1,368 L | 13.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 719 L | 2,852 L | 717 L |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |