2000 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (112 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Focus weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mazda Drifter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2499 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1055 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
