2007 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 1 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 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (223 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 5 weights approximately 83 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
