2002 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 204 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | Tribute |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 207 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1479 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 62 L |