2007 Mazda 2 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2. 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 2 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | 2 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
