2000 Nissan Stagea vs. 2007 Proton Gen
To start off, 2007 Proton Gen is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.
Because 2000 Nissan Stagea is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Nissan Stagea. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Proton Gen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Stagea | 2007 Proton Gen | |
| Make | Nissan | Proton |
| Model | Stagea | Gen |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
