2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 595 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Proton | Nissan |
| Model | Saloon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
