2003 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2003 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana.
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 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2001 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Mondeo | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
