2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Proton Persona
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Persona would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1999 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2310 kg more than 1999 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Persona. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Persona. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1999 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1999 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1999 Proton Persona | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Excursion | Persona |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2510 mm |