2009 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2009 Ford Focus and 2009 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Focus | 3 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |