2007 Ford Focus vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford Focus (216 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
