2005 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, both 2005 Proton Saloon and 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Proton Saloon weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 2005 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 2005 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Proton Saloon | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Proton | Smart |
| Model | Saloon | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1820 mm |
