2005 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot Partner. (88 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 105 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, 1999 Peugeot Partner (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1999 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | Partner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2700 mm |
