2004 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Proton Gen-2 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Gen-2 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Proton | Volkswagen |
| Model | Gen-2 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
