1994 Proton Persona vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 15 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1994 Proton Persona. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1994 Proton Persona.
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, 2009 Saturn Vue (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Proton Persona. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Proton Persona. 2009 Saturn Vue has automatic transmission and 1994 Proton Persona has manual transmission. 1994 Proton Persona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Proton Persona | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Proton | Saturn |
| Model | Persona | Vue |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 227 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
