2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 168 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Focus | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |