2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Mazda 3 are equipped with a 1,560 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 3 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Mazda 3.
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 3 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 3 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |