2009 Ford Kuga vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga 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. Both 2009 Ford Kuga and 2000 Proton Perdana are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Kuga weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 2009 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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 Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Kuga | Perdana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |