2005 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger weights approximately 561 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
