2009 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Mazda B2500. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 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, 1999 Mazda B2500 (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1999 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
