2000 Holden Astra vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 2000 Holden Astra 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 15 more horse power than 2000 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 93 kg more than 2000 Holden Astra. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Astra | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Holden | Proton |
Model | Astra | Perdana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |