2005 Acura CL vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 9 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura CL weights approximately 335 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura CL | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Acura | Proton |
Model | CL | Perdana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |