2005 Ford Escape vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 2005 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Escape | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
