2001 Proton Perdana vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Proton Perdana is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. Both 2001 Proton Perdana and 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Perdana | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Perdana | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
