2004 Proton Perdana vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2004 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 823 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Perdana. 2013 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2004 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2004 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Perdana | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Proton | Honda |
| Model | Perdana | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2775 mm |
