2006 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 376 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1996 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 106 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
