1999 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (275 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | MazdaSpeed6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
