2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 2004 Proton Impian
To start off, both 2004 Ford Mondeo and 2004 Proton Impian were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (223 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 Proton Impian. 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, 2004 Ford Mondeo (178 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mondeo | 2004 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Mondeo | Impian |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
