2006 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 176 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Carisma |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1213 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |