2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1997 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 GMC Yukon 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 2009 GMC Yukon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | GMC | Proton |
| Model | Yukon | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
