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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 3850 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 Ford Focus weights approximately 74 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 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 | 1753 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3850 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.7 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 | 1265 kg | 1191 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 | 5.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
