2000 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Premacy. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 107 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2000 Mazda Premacy (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2005 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Premacy | Focus |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |