2003 Ford Ka vs. 2004 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2004 Proton Saloon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Ka would be higher. Both 2003 Ford Ka and 2004 Proton Saloon are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2003 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Ka weights approximately 42 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon.
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, 2004 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Ka | 2004 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Ka | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 962 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
