2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 607 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 759 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, 2007 Peugeot 607 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
