2000 Kia Clarus vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 2000 Kia Clarus 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 6 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. 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 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Clarus | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Kia | Proton |
Model | Clarus | Perdana |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |