2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B3000. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
