1999 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,834 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 650 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
