2005 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6.
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 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1435 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |