2005 Proton Saloon vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Proton Saloon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Because 2000 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Proton | Toyota |
| Model | Saloon | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
