1997 Dodge Caravan vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2004 Proton Perdana is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1997 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 555 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Caravan | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Caravan | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |
