2007 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
