2004 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (144 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 605. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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, 1994 Peugeot 605 (285 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1994 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1994 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 605 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
