2008 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Peugeot 306

To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 198 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.

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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Focus 1998 Peugeot 306
Make Ford Peugeot
Model Focus 306
Year Released 2008 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.3:1 10.8:1
Top Speed 174 km/hour 209 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1362 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2550 mm


 

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