2008 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
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 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
