2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | Tribute | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1337 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 47 L |
