1999 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 is newer by 12 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 194 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
