2005 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 350 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 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
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 | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |