2007 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 573 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | L 200 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2476 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 47 L |
