2006 Mazda 5 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
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 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 5 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 5 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
