2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Focus | 206 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
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 | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 47 L |