2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Montero would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 425 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.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Montero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
