2007 Ford Focus vs. 1997 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 379 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 205.
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, 2007 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1997 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 205 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
