2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Forester weights approximately 305 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.
Because 2011 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Proton Perdana | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Proton | Subaru |
Model | Perdana | Forester |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2616 mm |