2008 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2008 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 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
