2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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. Both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 1996 Proton Perdana are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Hyundai | Proton |
Model | Tucson | Perdana |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |