2003 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2003 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 308 kg more than 2003 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, 2010 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Focus. 2010 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
