2009 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 123 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 (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Focus | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
