2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
