2010 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1999 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ford E-150 | 1999 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Ford | Proton |
| Model | E-150 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4717 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1702 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2640 mm |
