2005 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
