1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 171 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 306 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
