2006 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 391 kg more than 2004 Proton Saloon. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2004 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2390 mm |
