2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2005 Proton Impian
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Impian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Impian would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 2005 Proton Impian. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Impian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 532 kg more than 2005 Proton Impian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton Impian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Impian. (140 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Impian.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 2005 Proton Impian | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | GT-R | Impian |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 607 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1737 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2610 mm |
