2007 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 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 | 1175 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
