2001 Proton Saloon vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 9 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2001 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Prius (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Saloon. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Prius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Proton Saloon | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Prius |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
