2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Proton Perdana weights approximately 620 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Donkervoort D8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Donkervoort D8 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Donkervoort | Proton |
Model | D8 | Perdana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |