2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Proton Persona would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 834 kg more than 1993 Proton Persona. 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 Freestar (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Proton Persona. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1993 Proton Persona | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Freestar | Persona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2510 mm |