2006 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
