2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, both 2001 Ford Mondeo and 2001 Proton 400 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 413 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Proton 400 | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Mondeo | 400 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |