2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fiesta | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
