2004 Peugeot 406 vs. 2011 Ford Focus
To start off, 2011 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 406 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 244 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Peugeot 406 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Peugeot 406 | 2011 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 406 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1722 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2614 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
