2001 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Ford Focus (386 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
