1999 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 106 (101 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 430 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 106.
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, 1999 Ford Focus (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 106. (112 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Focus | 1992 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 106 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
