2002 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Colt |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 69 L |
