1997 Proton Perdana vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Perdana weights approximately 71 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Perdana | 2010 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Proton | Ford |
| Model | Perdana | Focus |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1245 kg | 1174 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4445 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2614 mm |
