2009 Ford Focus vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 Proton Perdana.
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, 2002 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | Focus | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
