2000 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 125 kg more than 2000 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Focus | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
