2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 59 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 (175 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |