2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2002 Proton Saloon
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Proton Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Proton Saloon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2002 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 2002 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Mazda | Proton |
| Model | 6 | Saloon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1488 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
