2004 Proton Saloon vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 2004 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1450 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Proton Saloon | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Proton | Jaguar |
| Model | Saloon | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3157 mm |
