2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 10 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (148 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
Model | Silverado | Perdana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2640 mm |