2002 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Carol. (45 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Carol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 626 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2002 Ford Focus (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Carol. (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Carol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 30 L |