2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 626 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 626. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
