2005 Ford Focus vs. 1994 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 106 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 271 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 106.
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, 1994 Peugeot 106 (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1994 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 106 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
