2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 842 kg more than 2000 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Sorento | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
