2009 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 440 kg more than 2002 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2002 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Honda | Proton |
Model | Civic | Perdana |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |