2005 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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, 2007 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2007 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Endeavor |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 81 L |
