2005 Proton Saloon vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2005 Proton Saloon and 2005 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2005 Proton Saloon. (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 634 kg more than 2005 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Proton Saloon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Saloon. 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Proton Saloon | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Proton | Toyota |
Model | Saloon | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 382 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3250 mm |