2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Proton Perdana weights approximately 126 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2009 Hyundai Sonata (311 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Hyundai | Proton |
| Model | Sonata | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
