2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 2000 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 300 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 2000 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Frontier | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2640 mm |
