2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Proton 400
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton 400 would be higher. Both 2007 Ford Fiesta and 2004 Proton 400 are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 137 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Proton 400 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Fiesta | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 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 | 107 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 | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
