1997 Proton Perdana vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana would be higher. Both 1997 Proton Perdana and 2006 Seat Altea are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 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, 2006 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Proton Perdana | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Proton | Seat |
Model | Perdana | Altea |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
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 | 135 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |