2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. Both 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer and 2012 Ford Focus are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 283 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2012 Ford Focus has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer 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:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Focus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
