2004 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 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 B3000 (240 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
