2005 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 626 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2001 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 626 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |