2006 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 5 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2011 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2613 mm |
