2004 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2009 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Toyota Avalon is newer by 5 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Avalon (248 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2009 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen-2 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2830 mm |
