Mazda 3 is more dynamic to drive. Mazda 3 engine produces 20 HP more power than Ford Focus, whereas torque is 40 NM more than Ford Focus. Thanks to more power Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.3 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.6
9.8
The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 3 consumes 4.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Ford Focus, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 630 litres of fuel.
Mazda 3 is 5 cm longer than the Ford Focus, 8 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 3 is 3 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
419 litres
374 litres
Mazda 3 has more luggage capacity. Mazda 3 has 45 litres more trunk space than the Ford Focus.
Turning diameter:
10.6 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Ford Focus, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.