2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Focus weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Focus. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2010 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2010 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | Tribute | Focus |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2614 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |