2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mazda MPV
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Mazda MPV were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (222 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Mazda MPV. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda MPV weights approximately 24 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 (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda MPV. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda MPV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | MPV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
