2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 338 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 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2006 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2006 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Outlander |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |