2002 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 306 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
