2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 243 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (213 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |
