1998 Toyota Paseo vs. 2007 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Proton Gen-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Proton Gen-2 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Proton Gen-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Paseo | 2007 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Paseo | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
