2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 2000 Chevrolet Prizm and 2000 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm. 2000 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Prizm has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
Model | Prizm | Perdana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2640 mm |