2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
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 Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 108 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (220 Nm). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |
