1998 Peugeot 205 vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Aspire weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205.
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 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 205 | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 205 | Aspire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
