1994 Proton Persona vs. 2005 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2005 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Proton Persona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Proton Persona would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (182 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 565 kg more than 1994 Proton Persona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Saab 05-Sep (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Proton Persona | 2005 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Proton | Saab |
| Model | Persona | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
