2003 Proton Saloon vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 798 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Saloon. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 2003 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Proton | Mazda |
| Model | Saloon | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2751 mm |
