2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 771 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 1998 Proton Perdana will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Pilot | Perdana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |