1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2011 Ford Focus.
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, 2011 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
