2008 Ford F-350 vs. 1997 Proton Persona
To start off, 2008 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Persona would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1997 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford F-350 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1997 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford F-350 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 2008 Ford F-350. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Proton Persona, 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-350 | 1997 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | F-350 | Persona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6802 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2510 mm |
