1999 Proton Perdana vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 965 kg more than 1999 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Perdana | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Perdana | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
