2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 3 weights approximately 122 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 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3. 2005 Mazda 3 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |