2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 184 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 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford Focus 2005 Peugeot 307
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Focus 307
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 82 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1344 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 59 L 60 L


 

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