2006 Ford Focus vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 7 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (151 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 842 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.
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, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda CX-09 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3726 cc |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 76 L |
