2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
