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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 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 92 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (180 Nm @ 4200 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 | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |
