2004 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2000 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 406 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
