2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Proton Impian
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Impian would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2001 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 486 kg more than 2001 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Impian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2001 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Dodge | Proton |
| Model | Ram | Impian |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 552 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2610 mm |
