2008 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
