2009 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
