2006 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton 400 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Proton 400.
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, 2005 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fiesta | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
