2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mazda B2300
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Mazda B2300 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 143 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda B2300 (210 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1282 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
