Your handle is quite familiar, which other forums you go lepak
1) Tie but leaning towards Fiesta - because 6speed DCT is better technology so you get more power and better fuel economy with the extra gear ratio's, 4speed wetbox is older technology is more mature, stable and reliable but lesser gears to play with the manufacturer would have to be very clever in arranging the ratio's as not to make it too long (no power) too short (no top end + high fuel consumption), I haven't tested the 208 VTI so can't really judge but the Fiesta's DCT is amazing!
2) Ford's are always known for good handling cars and the Fiesta is no different.
3) About on-par though I find the 208 smaller than the Fiesta inside-out not too sure it is an optical illusion or for real as sitting inside there isn't a big difference for me.
4) Both would be about equal on reliability/durability. However on after sales service the Peugeot might edge out Ford in this aspect. Although Ford is quite a mature brand here in Malaysia they don't have enough service centers and 3s as compared to Peugeot so this might be an issue for some people in Klang Valley here I can only recall 3 service centers which are PJ HQ 3S, Ampang 3S (near Flamingo), and Puchong service center near IOI mall. Though I don't think Peugeot has that many either but should edge out Ford as they are rapidly expanding their network since being part of Naza.
5) Both are based on Asian spec and are 5 stars rated from ANCAP. Fiesta CBU Thai vs 208 CKD Malaysia.
ANCAP @ FiestaANCAP @ 208Why not NCAP? Well, these are Asian spec for Asian market so they're all under ANCAP (Australasian New Car Assessment Program). More information and history on NCAP
here.6) Both boast similar equipment levels most notably both have some form of traction/stability control, but the 208 would edge out the Fiesta with some fancy features like integrated touch screen display (selected models).
haha.. no other forums. just lyn.
thanks for your feedback. Seems like both cars are really close...i have tested the 208 but just a while..so couldnt get the feel. Have not tested Fiesta 2014...so i guess i need to test both cars on the same days to decide. You are right about the service ctr...im in JB so i think there's only one svc ctr for ford i think.
Recently read about the new Polo Sedan...what do you think? 1.6, 6 speed... add more pening...hahaha