2004 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 551 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (197 Nm). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
