2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
