2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
