2002 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Ford Focus and 2002 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Mazda 6 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 6 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |