2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 3 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 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1387 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |
