2005 Proton Gen-2 vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Proton Gen-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Proton Gen-2 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Toyota RunX (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Gen-2 | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Gen-2 | RunX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
