2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 124 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 (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406. 2005 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Focus | 406 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |