1996 Peugeot 605 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 605 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 605 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2614 mm |
