2004 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 27 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, 2004 Ford Focus (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 207 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
