2001 Proton Saloon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2001 Proton Saloon (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Saloon | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Saloon | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
