2012 Infiniti G25 vs. 1997 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Proton Perdana. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 457 kg more than 1997 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G25 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Proton Perdana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Infiniti G25 | 1997 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Infiniti | Proton |
| Model | G25 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4773 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1773 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
