2001 Dodge Caravan vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 2001 Dodge Caravan and 2001 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Caravan (173 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 555 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana. 2001 Dodge Caravan has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Caravan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Caravan | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Dodge | Proton |
Model | Caravan | Perdana |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2640 mm |