2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda B2300 (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 338 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Because 2009 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2004 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 62 L |
