2004 Mazda 3 vs. 2004 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 3 and 2004 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mazda 3 (230 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda 3 | 2004 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Mazda | Proton |
Model | 3 | Saloon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |