2006 Ford F-150 vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton 400 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 746 kg more than 2001 Proton 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | F-150 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2510 mm |
