2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2005 Renault Kangoo is newer by 5 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 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 41 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2005 Renault Kangoo 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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Perdana | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
