1998 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 16 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (164 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Focus | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Focus | 406 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |