VS
At a Glance
Power
182kW@5000
110 kW
Torque
380Nm@3250
226 Nm
Fuel
15.84L/100km
6.5 l/100km
Towing
1600kg
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0-100 km/h
11.1s
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Engine
3984cc
1477 cc
Choosing between the Ford Territory and the Proton X50 is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The Ford Territory delivers 182kW@5000 while the Proton X50 produces 110 kW. On fuel, the Territory returns 15.84L/100km while the X50 uses 6.5 l/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R389 500 for the Territory and R535 900 for the X50. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
Ford Territory4.0 GHIA AWD AT 2005 - From R389 500
Proton X501.5t Executive 2022 - From R535 900
Performance
Power Output
182kW@5000
110 kW
Torque
380Nm@3250
226 Nm
0-100 kph
11.1s
—
Top Speed
169km/h
-
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
3984cc
1477 cc
Engine Layout
LONGITUDINAL INLINE 6
inline
Cylinders
6
3
Fuel Type
LEADED/UNLEADED
petrol
Forced Induction Device
—
turbocharger
Transmission
AUTOMATIC
automatic
Number of Gears
4
7
Drive Wheels
ALL
front
Full Time 4x4
✓ Standard
—
Low Range
✗
—
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
15.84L/100km
6.5 l/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
19.1L/100km
—
Fuel Consumption Highway
11L/100km
—
Fuel Tank Capacity
76L
45 l
CO2 Emissions
-
150 g/km
Dimensions
Length
4856mm
4330 mm
Width
1898mm
1800 mm
Height
1714mm
1609 mm
Wheelbase
2842mm
2600 mm
Ground Clearance
178mm
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Kerb Weight
2015kg
1350 Kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
5
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
1600kg
—
Load Capacity
-
—
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
—
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
—
✓ Standard
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
4
6
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
—
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
—
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
—
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✗
—
Reversing Camera
—
✓ Standard
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✗
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✗
—
Heated Seats
✗
—
Electric Seat Adjustment
✓ Standard
—
Keyless Entry
✗
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
36
5
Warranty Distance
100000km
unlimited Km
Service Plan
M
Optional
Service Intervals
15000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Ford Territory
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Territory
Fuel Economy
X50
Value
Territory
Practicality
Territory
Pros & Cons
Ford Territory
Lower starting price (R389 500)
Higher fuel consumption (15.84L/100km)
Proton X50
Better fuel economy (6.5 l/100km)
Higher starting price
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Territory or X50?
The Territory uses 15.84L/100km and the X50 uses 6.5 l/100km on the combined cycle. The X50 is the more fuel-efficient choice. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Territory or X50?
The Territory produces 182kW@5000 and 380Nm@3250 of torque while the X50 delivers 110 kW and 226 Nm of torque. The Territory is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Territory and X50?
The Territory starts from R389 500 and the X50 from R535 900. The Territory is cheaper by R146 400 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Territory or X50?
The Territory has a braked towing capacity of 1600kg and the X50 can tow not specified. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Territory or the X50?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.