2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2007 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Liana is newer by 4 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Liana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Liana (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Liana weights approximately 295 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.
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, 2007 Suzuki Liana (116 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2007 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Proton | Suzuki |
| Model | Saloon | Liana |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1328 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 | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2490 mm |
