2000 Toyota Soarer vs. 2011 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2011 Proton Gen-2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Soarer | 2011 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Proton |
| Model | Soarer | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
