2006 Ford GT vs. 1999 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 468 more horse power than 1999 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 664 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Ford GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Proton Saloon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford GT | 1999 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | GT | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
