1997 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Proton Saloon. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1997 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 890 kg more than 1997 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Saloon. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Saloon. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1997 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 1997 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Proton Saloon | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Proton | SsangYong |
| Model | Saloon | Korando |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
