2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 798 kg more than 2004 Proton Perdana.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Proton Perdana (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Proton Perdana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2004 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Jazz | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
