2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Proton |
| Model | Suburban | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
