2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
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 Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 88 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, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Verada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
