2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 755 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana.
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, 1998 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Picanto | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
