2000 Proton Perdana vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 285 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 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Proton Perdana | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Proton | Cadillac |
Model | Perdana | ATS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |