1999 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Proton Saloon | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Proton | Suzuki |
Model | Saloon | Jimny |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2260 mm |