2007 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 170 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
