2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2008 Mazda Premacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Premacy (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 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, 2008 Mazda Premacy (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
