2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt 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 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Proton |
| Model | Colt | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 1997 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2640 mm |
