2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 7 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. Both 2000 Proton Perdana and 2007 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Megane 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, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | Perdana | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
