2002 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 456 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Proton Saloon | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Proton | Seat |
| Model | Saloon | Leon |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
