2005 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 806. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Focus (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 806. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1998 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 806 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1223 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
