1999 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon. 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 Toyota Corolla (127 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Saloon | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
