2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 477 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 2 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1788 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |