2000 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, both 2000 Ford Focus and 2000 Mazda Familia were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Focus (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Familia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2620 mm |