1998 Proton Perdana vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Proton Perdana | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Proton | Rover |
Model | Perdana | 75 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |