2005 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
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 Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 517 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
