2000 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 174 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
