2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2013 BMW X6
To start off, 2013 BMW X6 is newer by 13 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 4,395 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X6 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X6 weights approximately 925 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 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 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, 2013 BMW X6 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana. 2013 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2000 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Proton Perdana | 2013 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Proton | BMW |
| Model | Perdana | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2195 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2933 mm |
