2006 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 239 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
