2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 341 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Grandis |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2840 mm |