2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Perdana | Camry |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
