2009 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 420 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
