2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1999 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (385 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1999 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana. 1999 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1999 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Land Rover | Proton |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Perdana |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |