2011 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-7 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | CX-7 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
