2008 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 63 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 405 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
