2009 Ford Focus vs. 1995 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 506 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205. 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1995 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 205 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
