2005 Kia Rio vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Proton Perdana weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 2000 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Rio | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1245 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
