2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1997 Proton Persona
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 738 kg more than 1997 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Proton Persona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 1997 Proton Persona | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | CR-V | Persona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 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 | 1698 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |