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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 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 307 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
