2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1999 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Proton Perdana weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Lotus Exige.
Because 2007 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Lotus Exige | 1999 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Lotus | Proton |
Model | Exige | Perdana |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2640 mm |