2005 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
