2005 Citroen C vs. 2005 Proton Saloon
To start off, both 2005 Citroen C and 2005 Proton Saloon were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon.
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, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C | 2005 Proton Saloon | |
Make | Citroen | Proton |
Model | C | Saloon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
Torque | 116 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |