2003 Toyota Echo vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton Perdana weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo. 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, 1996 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Echo. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota Echo | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Echo | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
