2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus and 2004 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 214 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |