2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 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, both vehicles can yield 176 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2000 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Sentra | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Sentra | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
