2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX 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, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Proton | Isuzu |
| Model | Perdana | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3060 mm |
