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FocusGuy7476,Aug 26 2006, 02:29 PM Wrote:

Frost__2001,Aug 25 2006, 06:32 PM Wrote:Mazda 3 / Protige;

Well since Ford Owns Mazda the Protige is a dated model, but it comes with the same 2.0 engine in that of a Escort or Focus. Reliblity is quite good, but if you looking for a fully loaded model they are hard to find in a sedan form. The wagon version is a bit smaller then the Focus wagon, but it's just as quick and is a little more sporty then the sedan.
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i'll have to correct you on that, the 2.0l engine is different in the protage comparied to the Zetec. no similiar to each other at all.
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I was always told the Protege's 2.0L DOHC and the Zetec only shared the block Aside from that (intake, exhaust, componentry), it's all different. That being said, the Zetec between the Contour/Mystique and the Focus have variations as well.

The 2.3L was not not available in Canada between 2003 and 2004 - unless you import one from the US.

Aside from that, if you do pick up get it inspected thoroughly. Aside from that, it's a great daily driver that can put a smile on your face.