2004 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2004 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Proton Perdana weights approximately 138 kg more than 2004 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2002 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fiesta | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
