2007 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Ford Focus and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 155 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Ford Focus (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 2007 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
