2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Juara would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Proton Juara 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 2005 Proton Juara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo, 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, 2009 Ford Mondeo (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Ford | Proton |
Model | Mondeo | Juara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2400 mm |