2001 Proton Saloon vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 6 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2001 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Proton Saloon, 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Saloon. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Saloon | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3120 mm |
