1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1999 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (148 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 270 kg more than 1996 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Intrepid | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Dodge | Proton |
Model | Intrepid | Perdana |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2640 mm |