2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Magna. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mitsubishi Magna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Magna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
