2008 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 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 6 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 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, 2002 Peugeot 406 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
