2011 Infiniti FX vs. 1999 Proton Perdana

To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 12 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Perdana.

Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Perdana.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Infiniti FX 1999 Proton Perdana
Make Infiniti Proton
Model FX Perdana
Year Released 2011 1999
Body Type Crossover Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3696 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 316 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Front
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4865 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1925 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1680 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2885 mm 2640 mm


 

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