1999 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Focus | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Focus | 207 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |