2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Pontiac | Proton |
| Model | SV 6 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
