2003 Proton Saloon vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Paseo (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 1999 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
