1999 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 418 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon.
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 Volkswagen New Beetle (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton Saloon | 2005 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saloon | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
