1999 Proton Perdana vs. 2002 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2002 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 436 kg more than 1999 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, 2002 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Perdana | 2002 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Perdana | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
