2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1227 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Ram | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 691 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2472 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2640 mm |
