2005 Ford Focus vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 307.
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, 2003 Peugeot 307 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
