2003 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 157 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
