2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 386 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana. 2000 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Mondeo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Mondeo | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
