2007 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 6 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2001 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Because 2007 Infiniti M is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti M | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Infiniti | Proton |
| Model | M | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2640 mm |
