2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Proton 400
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 392 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.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
