2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Proton Persona
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 540 kg more than 1996 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1996 Proton Persona | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | CR-V | Persona |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |