2007 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 139 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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Focus | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Focus | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |