2009 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. Both 2009 Nissan X-Trail and 1996 Proton Perdana are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana. 1996 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan X-Trail | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | X-Trail | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
