2009 Ford Flex vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 279 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Flex | Perdana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |