2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
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 Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 199 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.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Focus | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
