2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Five Hundred would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Five Hundred | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
