2004 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 8 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1752 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2613 mm |
