2004 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 598 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 Pajero 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 Pajero 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 Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
