2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor would be higher. At 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 685 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor (339 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Endeavor | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3835 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 51 L |
