2000 Peugeot Partner vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot Partner | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | Partner | Focus |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2045 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2649 mm |
