Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 120 hp@6350 112 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 98.0 in | 0 in |
Length | 155.5 in | 160.1 in | -4.6 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 66.8 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.0 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2359 lb. | 2587 lb. | -228 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 11.9 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 52.7 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 50.6 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.2 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.2 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 49.0 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 49.2 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 31.2 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | -2.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.0 ft3 | 26.0 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2013 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 |
2013 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 |